Pseudomyxoma peritonei: computed tomography and sonography

Seshul, MB; Cm, Coulam

doi:10.2214/ajr.136.4.803

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“…The mucinous ascites is of fat density, its attenuation values being greater than those of water [42,45,46]. Scalloping of organs may be easily demonstrated, as well as ascitic septations and loculi.…”

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Pseudomyxoma Peritonei: A Review of Current Literature

Sherer¹,

Abulafia²,

Eliakim³

2001

Gynecol Obstet Invest

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Pseudomyxoma peritonei is an unusual condition more common in females, in which massive amounts of mucinous ascites in conjunction with mucinous peritoneal and omental implants occur. We performed a MEDLINE search of the English-language literature from 1966 to June 2000, utilizing the key words pseudomyxoma peritonei. All case reports, series and studies regarding this condition were reviewed. Cross-referencing was also performed. The etiology and treatment of this condition are currently controversial. Most investigators agree that surgical debulking and appendectomy are adequate initial therapeutic measures. The role of intraperitoneal chemotherapy, radiotherapy or application of mucolytic therapy remains uncertain. Recent molecular genetic studies suggest the appendix as the organ of primary origin of this disease.

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Pseudomyxoma Peritonei: A Review of Current Literature

Sherer¹,

Abulafia²,

Eliakim³

2001

Gynecol Obstet Invest

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“…Echogenic septations within the gelatinous ascites are frequently observed. The septations represent the edges of the mucinous nodules (37). Focal or sheetlike echogenic masses that represent involvement of omentum and parietal peritoneum may also be present.…”

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Secondary Tumors and Tumorlike Lesions of the Peritoneal Cavity: Imaging Features with Pathologic Correlation

Levy¹,

Shaw²,

Sobin³

2009

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“…Ultrasonography is frequently performed as the initial diagnostic procedure. Typical findings are non-mobile, echogenic ascites with multiple semisolid masses and scalloping of the hepatic and splenic margins [16] . Furthermore, an ultrasound may be helpful in diagnostic and therapeutic paracentesis, as mucin is difficult to aspirate.…”

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“…The most common finding is a large volume of mucinous ascites, which has the density of fat, and displaces the small bowel and the normal mesenteric fat. Other characteristic findings are omental thickenings, multiseptate lesions, scalloping of organs, and curvilinear calcifications [16][17][18] .…”

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Pseudomyxoma Peritonei: Diagnosis and Management

Sait

2006

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Abstract. Pseudomyxoma peritonei is a rare disease characterized by a large amount of mucinous ascites with peritoneal and omental implants. The etiology of the disease remains unclear. Different histological categories have been described: the benign, malignant, and the intermediate forms. It is commonly diagnosed incidentally at laparotomy. Most investigators agree that radical surgical debulking and appendectomy are the cornerstone of treatment, but the optimal management of the disease remains controversial. The role of intraoperative and intraperitoneal chemotherapy has been evaluated by a number of authors. The clinical outcomes vary widely between the different histological types and treatment modalities.

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Pseudomyxoma peritonei: computed tomography and sonography

Cited by 92 publications

References 2 publications

Pseudomyxoma Peritonei: A Review of Current Literature

Pseudomyxoma Peritonei: A Review of Current Literature

Secondary Tumors and Tumorlike Lesions of the Peritoneal Cavity: Imaging Features with Pathologic Correlation

Pseudomyxoma Peritonei: Diagnosis and Management

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